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Old 04-26-2010, 12:29 AM
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I have been thinking about trying my hand at making my own Kydex and leather holster, in the style of the Crossbreed, Kholster, and Comp-Tac Minotaur. I want to combine the features that I like most about these holsters into one. I like the customization that kholster allows without voiding the warranty. I like that style of metal clips that Crossbreed uses. And I like that the Comp-Tac is interchangeable to fit more than one firearm. I have found so good information on forming Kydex and were to get the materials. I know that Crossbreed sells their clips separately. As for mounting the leather to the kydex i think i am going to try and use hardware like kholster does so that i can easily change out the plastic portion for use with different firearms. I may have to add holes that would not always be used but I would really like to do forming of both sides of each of my guns so that I can carry righty, lefty, or in the small of my back. Multiple holes for adjusting the height and cant will also be part of my design.

I don't know when or if I will ever get around to doing this, but I just wanted to put it out there and see what you guys thought of my ideas.

There is a lot of good info in the tread and some great pictures of other peoples projects, this is where I really got my inspiration.
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Old 04-26-2010, 07:10 PM
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It's a great idea and likely very addicting once one gets started. You got to post pictures once you get going.
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Old 04-28-2010, 10:12 PM
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knifekits.com has Kydex sheet stock in small quantities at reasonable prices, as well as a variety of hardware --- fasteners, belt clips, etc. Have fun!
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